Facilities & Operations Coordinator (Athletics Administration Professional I)

San Diego State University • San Diego, CA

9h • Onsite

About The Position

The Facilities and Operations Coordinator supports the daily operations and event management of SDSU Athletics, assisting with athletic facility coordination, home contests, special events, and administrative functions. Reporting to the Associate Athletic Director of Operations - Special Events & Projects, this role helps ensure athletic events and facilities are safe, organized, and operated efficiently in support of student-athletes and departmental goals.

Requirements

• Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in a related field. Relevant education and/or experience which demonstrates acquired and successfully applied knowledge and abilities shown below may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
• General knowledge of athletics administration principles.
• Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills to effectively present information and produce clear and concise reports.
• Data analysis and math skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team with a service-oriented approach.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines.
• Organizational skills to plan, organize, and prioritize work.
• Ability to guide and direct the work of others.
• Ability to learn to appropriately use technology and relevant software packages as required.
• At least six months to one-year of experience in NCAA Division I intercollegiate athletics, professional sport(s), or a Facilities and Operations office.
• Experience in training and leading student workers.
• Experience staging football and basketball events and serving as the game day manager for various sports.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and make decisions in a timely and professional manner.
• Ability to plan, organize, and schedule athletic activities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to effectively utilize Windows based applications including Word, Excel, Access, Publisher, Outlook, and Astra.
• Must possess fiscal responsibility and ability to interpret budgets.
• Valid California driver’s license or the ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate home games and athletic events for assigned sports, including facility setup, breakdown, staffing, and game-day operations.
• Serve as event manager for designated sports and assist with NCAA and conference championship events.
• Coordinate with campus departments and external partners to support event logistics, safety, and facility operations.
• Support daily facilities operations, including maintenance coordination, access control, credentials, and facility projects.
• Provide administrative and fiscal support, including budgeting assistance, purchase orders, contracts, and supervision of student staff and interns.

Benefits

• 15 paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
• CalPERS pension plan with retiree healthcare, and reciprocal agreements with other California public retirement systems, including the UC.
• Medical, dental, and vision options at low or no cost.
• CSU tuition fee waiver for employees and eligible dependents.
• FlexCash, life and disability insurance, legal and pet plans.
• Access to the library, campus events, employee groups, and volunteer and social activities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level